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Actress Lashana Lynch Reveals That She’s Interested In Recreating The 2011 “Bridesmaids” Film With Issa Rae, Keke Palmer, And More

Actress Lashana Lynch Reveals That She's Interested In Recreating The 2011 "Bridesmaids" Film With Issa Rae, Keke Palmer, And More

Actress Lashana Lynch says she’s interested in collaborating with Issa Rae, Keke Palmer, and Goldie Hawn to recreate the film Bridesmaids. In an interview with PEOPLE, the 36-year-old actress discussed her fondness for the 2011 film and revealed her ideal cast for a potential remake. “I better really think quick …

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Issa Rae Considers Going Independent Following The Cancellation Of Black Shows: “You’re Seeing Very Clearly Now That Our Stories Are Less Of A Priority”

Issa Rae Considers Going Independent Following The Cancellation Of Black Sitcoms

In the face of major networks deprioritizing Black shows, Issa Rae is charting a course toward independence. Recently, the “Insecure” expressed to Net-a-Porter that the cancellation of diverse series by TV executives highlights the diminished priority placed on stories from Black filmmakers. “You’re seeing so many Black shows get canceled, …

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Issa Rae, Erika Alexander, And Tracee Ellis Ross Speak On The Challenges Of Being A Black Actress: “It Is Not Easy As An Actress…”

Issa Rae, Erika Alexander, And Tracee Ellis Ross Speak On The Challenges Of Being A Black Actress: "It Is Not Easy As An Actress..."

Issa Rae, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Erika Alexander delve into the challenges and truths associated with being a Black actress. In a featured article by ESSENCE, the trio drew connections between the film and their personal experiences, exploring the conceptualization, portrayal, and observation of Black womanhood. “I think the three …

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Issa Rae & Syreeta Singleton Want A “Ladies Night” With Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion & Nicki Minaj On “Rap Sh!t” [Video]

Issa Rae & Syreeta Singleton Want A "Ladies Night" With Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion & Nicki Minaj On "Rap Sh!t"

Issa Rae believes that she may be able to bring a few fanbases together with her HBO series, “Rap Sh!t.” The actor and show creator, alongside producer Syreeta Singleton, recently sat down with Entertainment Tonight, where they expressed their excitement about season two of the popular series. When ET correspondent …

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Issa Rae Launches Her Own Prosecco Brand

Issa Rae Launches Her Own Prosecco Brand

Issa Rae announces the launch of Viarae, a fresh Prosecco brand developed in collaboration with E. & J. Gallo Winery. According to a press release, Prosecco was a logical selection for the actress’s inaugural venture into wine. It not only happens to be her preferred drink but also served as …

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Exclusive: Issa Rae Admits She Initially Felt “a Bit Intimidated” When Learning She’d Be Portraying a Pregnant Spider-Woman in New Spider-Man Film [Video]

Issa Rae Developing Two New HBO Series; Set to Star in One After Rap Sh!t's Cancellation

Celebrities ‘pumped up the jam’ at the Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse world premiere on Tuesday (May 30th) and stepped on the carpet for some fun. The upcoming sequel sees Shameik Moore return as Miles Morales, with Brian Tyree Henry and Luna Lauren Velez reprising their roles as Miles’ parents Jefferson …

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Exclusive: Issa Rae On Treating Next Season Of Rap Sh!t Like Its “Last,” How Quinta Brunson’s Cousin Feels “Seen” In The Series, And How Maliibu Mitch Solidified Rap Sh*t Status

Issa Rae Considers Going Independent Following The Cancellation Of Black Sitcoms

Rap Sh*t is getting back into the swing of things and filming its second season. After a massive sweep of HBO Max originals long gone, including Issa Rae’s original unscripted series Sweet Life, it’s safe to say one of her shows will continue to see the light of the day …

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Issa Rae Calls Actor Ezra Miller’s Scandal a “Clear Example Of The Lengths That Hollywood Will Go To Save Itself And Protect Offenders”

Issa Rae Calls Actor Ezra Miller's Scandal an "Clear Example

Issa Rae is calling out Hollywood’s negligence in holding problematic people accountable, highlighting how Ezra Miller will be allowed to continue production with “The Flash” despite the slew of allegations against them. Ezra Miller’s controversial behavior is beginning to make them a household name outside of our television screens. Ezra, …

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Issa Rae Added to the Cast of the New Barbie Movie

Issa Rae Developing Two New HBO Series; Set to Star in One After Rap Sh!t's Cancellation

Issa Rae is one of the most recent additions to the upcoming Barbie film. In addition to Issa and Michael Cera, America Ferrera, Simu Liu, Kate McKinnon, and Will Ferrell were added to the official cast, including Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as Barbie and Ken. According to reports, the production …

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Issa Rae Becomes First Person To Receive The Key To Inglewood

Issa Rae Developing Two New HBO Series; Set to Star in One After Rap Sh!t's Cancellation

Issa Rae became the first person ever presented with the key to Inglewood on Saturday. The Insecure star is the only person in the city’s 114-year history to receive the honor, according to Hollywood Reporter. She appeared at the Taste of Inglewood Festival, where she accepted the key from Mayor James T. Butts. “I’m a little emotional. I’m …

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